Global Brain has invested in Sharing Energy Co., Ltd., (Sharing Energy), a provider of Share Denki, a service that installs solar power systems at zero upfront cost and supplies electricity under a power purchase agreement (PPA) model, through its TOKYU-CNST GB Innovation Fund L.P. (TCIF) and 321FORCE Global Innovation Fund L.P. (321FORCE™). In recent years, while further expansion of solar power generation is expected to support improvements in Japan’s energy self-sufficiency, rising housing prices have led to a decline in the priority of installing solar panels that require upfront investment. Sharing Energy addresses this challenge by offering its PPA-based service Share Denki, which enables homeowners to install solar power systems at no upfront cost and purchase the generated electricity at prices lower than standard retail rates. Sharing Energy also offers Share Denki FLAT, a solution that combines solar power systems with battery storage. Global Brain has decided to invest in Sharing Energy, recognizing its operational excellence, supported by strong partnerships with homebuilders, its efficient in-house system-driven operations, and a highly capable management team led by CEO Uemura, who brings deep expertise and strong execution capabilities. Going forward, Global Brain will actively support Sharing Energy in accelerating the adoption of Share Denki across households and facilities and driving the widespread deployment of solar power generation in Japan.

About Sharing Energy

Location: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Representative: Kazuyuki Uemura
Founded: January 2018
URL: https://sharing-energy.co.jp/en

About TCIF

Name: TOKYU-CNST GB Innovation Fund L.P.
General Partner: Global Brain Corporation
Fund Size: JPY 5 billion
Fund Term: 10 years

About 321FORCE™

Name: 321FORCE Global Innovation Fund L.P.
General Partner: Global Brain Corporation
Fund Size: JPY 5 billion
Fund Term: 10 years

About Global Brain

Location: Tokyo, Japan
Representative: Yasuhiko Yurimoto
Founded: January 1998
URL: https://globalbrains.com

Global Brain has invested in Sharing Energy Co., Ltd., a provider of zero-upfront-cost solar power system installation and discounted power supply services